Senior network engineers design, build, secure, and maintain the critical networks that keep organizations connected. They lead complex infrastructure projects, troubleshoot high-impact issues, and help ensure reliable performance across data centers, cloud environments, and enterprise systems. Explore vetted senior network engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities often include developing network architecture, configuring routers and switches, monitoring performance, strengthening security, and resolving escalated outages. Senior engineers may also guide technology migrations, document standards, coordinate with vendors, and mentor network operations teams.
Employers often seek experience with enterprise routing and switching, TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking, and network monitoring. Knowledge of cloud networking, automation, scripting, and security practices can also be valuable. Many roles call for a degree in computer science or a related field, relevant certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Senior network engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, government, and other industries. Depending on the organization, roles may focus on corporate networks, data centers, cloud infrastructure, network security, or large-scale connectivity.
Compare senior network engineer jobs by compensation, location, work arrangement, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their skills and career goals.
Infrastructure Engineer/Architect
$108K - $130K *
Unlock potential by guiding strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to design resilient systems that enforce Zero Trust principles and ensu...
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Infrastructure Engineer/Architect
$108K - $130K *
Drive innovative strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on tactical communications and advanced cybersecurity. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure resilien...
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Infrastructure Engineer/Architect
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in developing strategies and architectures for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on Zero Trust principles and resilient identity management solutions...
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$100K - $215K *
Join a team that's driving innovation as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. Collaborate across functions to design scalable solutions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance engineering practices in a dynami...
2 weeks ago
Senior Engineer II, System Architect (Pre-sales)
$117K - $176K *
Join us to develop innovative IoT solutions that address diverse customer challenges across various sectors. Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to create impactful, sustainable elec...
1 week ago
Senior Systems Engineer (DevOps Aspirational)
$110K - $130K *
Drive the expansion and management of infrastructure across diverse environments, enhancing DevOps capabilities while collaborating with teams to meet critical mission objectives and ensure seamless c...
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Senior Systems Engineer (DevOps Aspirational)
$110K - $130K *
Advance your DevOps expertise by managing infrastructure across diverse environments, collaborating with teams, and ensuring customer requirements are met. Engage in sprint planning and documentation...
Yesterday
$105K - $120K *
Contribute to the design, implementation, and support of enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability across all company locations. Collaborate with teams...
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Senior Site Reliability Engineer
$120K - $130K *
Lead the design and enhancement of reliability frameworks for cloud-native products. Drive observability, incident management, and AI integration to ensure operational excellence and resilience across...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead customer engagement and technical initiatives to define product requirements, support sales strategies, and create repeatable solutions within storage architectures. Collaborate with R&D and fost...
Reposted 5 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing IP transport networks for RAN services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of Cisco platforms, enhancin...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate network performance by deploying, monitoring, and supporting secure, scalable networks. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and implement innovative solutions, ensuring high...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in systems engineering support for advanced technology programs, driving mission performance improvements through analysis, risk management, and technical expertise in radar and electr...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by supporting the design and development of power electronics systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure cost-effective solutions, verify performance, and contribute to technical docum...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join our team to drive innovative software solutions, leveraging your expertise in Java and Python. Collaborate with engineers to enhance application security and build CI/CD processes, while mentorin...
2 days ago
$124K - $138K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing advanced Strategic Fire Control Systems. Collaborate on subsystem upgrades and drive innovation in a critical defense environment...
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Enterprise - Senior System Engineer - Cisco, NetApp, Splunk
$200K - $220K *
Unlock potential by managing and securing Linux-based enterprise systems, focusing on administration, automation, and operational support across diverse environments while ensuring compliance and syst...
1 week ago
Enterprise - Senior System Engineer - Cisco, NetApp, Splunk
$200K - $220K *
Pioneer the administration and security of Linux-based enterprise systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and support mission-c...
1 week ago
Senior Power Infrastructure Engineer
$175K - $225K *
Lead the charge in optimizing power infrastructure across multiple sites, assessing capacity, forecasting demand, and coordinating with utilities to ensure reliable energy delivery for innovative ocea...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion enterprise IT systems by designing, implementing, and securing solutions across multi-site environments. Lead modernization initiatives and resolve complex issues while collaborating with tec...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Create and support enterprise IT systems in a multi-site manufacturing environment. This hands-on senior role requires deep technical expertise, operational ownership, and collaboration with business...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive enterprise IT solutions in a hands-on senior role, overseeing system design, implementation, and support across hybrid and cloud environments while resolving complex operational issues and leadi...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Network Engineer and SRE | Hybrid - Chicago, IL | 6+ Months
$120K - $145K *
Drive your career with a Senior Network Engineer role focused on designing and automating resilient, secure network infrastructures across hybrid environments, collaborating with cross-functional team...
1 week ago
$79K - $118K *
Transform the future of space systems by managing technical interfaces and ensuring successful payload integration. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to drive mission success through innovati...
4 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Engineer enterprise IT systems across multi-site manufacturing. Lead infrastructure modernization and resolve complex issues in hybrid and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance operati...
3 weeks ago
What does a senior network engineer do?
A senior network engineer designs and maintains network infrastructure, improves reliability and security, troubleshoots complex issues, and may lead projects or mentor other technical staff.
What qualifications are commonly required for senior network engineer jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for substantial networking experience, knowledge of routing and switching, network security and troubleshooting skills, and relevant certifications or equivalent practical expertise.
Which skills can help a senior network engineer stand out?
Experience with cloud networking, automation and scripting, security, network architecture, and large-scale infrastructure projects can help candidates stand out.
Do senior network engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?
Many senior network engineer roles offer compensation at or above $100,000, though pay depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Where can I find senior network engineer jobs?
You can explore senior network engineer opportunities on Ladders and compare openings by compensation, location, work arrangement, and job responsibilities.